2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C5 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
